2010 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Colt | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
