2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
