2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 2,835 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2009 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cooper | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2835 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 22.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
