2010 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 87 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Mitsubishi Colt 2006 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Mitsubishi SsangYong
Model Colt Chairman H
Year Released 2010 2006
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1500 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 209 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9:01 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1637 kg
Vehicle Length 3640 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1695 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2910 mm


 

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