2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 3 and 2009 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 3 | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 3 | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1124 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |