2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XF | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2834 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 22.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
