2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2009 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SL | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
