Mitsubishi Colt 2004 vs Mercedes A class 2004

 
Mitsubishi Colt
2004 - 2008
Mercedes A class
2004 - 2008
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 1.3 Petrol1.5 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming chain

Performance

Power: 95 HP95 HP
Torque: 125 NM140 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.1 seconds12.6 seconds
Mitsubishi Colt and Mercedes A class have the same engine power, but Mitsubishi Colt torque is 15 NM less than Mercedes A class. Mitsubishi Colt reaches 100 km/h speed 1.5 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.86.2
Real fuel consumption: 6.5 l/100km7.6 l/100km
The Mitsubishi Colt is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Mitsubishi Colt consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes A class, which means that by driving the Mitsubishi Colt over 15,000 km in a year you can save 60 litres of fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mitsubishi Colt consumes 1.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes A class.
Fuel tank capacity: 47 litres54 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 810 km in combined cycle870 km in combined cycle
970 km on highway1000 km on highway
720 km with real consumption710 km with real consumption

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 280'000 km370'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mercedes A class engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 20 years8 years
Engine spread: Used also on Smart ForFourUsed also on Mercedes B klase
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mitsubishi Colt might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets: noyes
The Mercedes A class engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.

Dimensions

Length: 3.87 m3.84 m
Width: 1.70 m1.76 m
Height: 1.55 m1.59 m
Mitsubishi Colt is 3 cm longer than the Mercedes A class, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Mitsubishi Colt is 4 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 155 litres435 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
760 litres1995 litres
Mercedes A class has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, Mitsubishi Colt has 280 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes A class. This could mean that the Mitsubishi Colt uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes A class (by 1235 litres).
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters11 meters
The turning circle of the Mitsubishi Colt is 0.2 metres less than that of the Mercedes A class.
Gross weight (kg): 1`4351`690
Safety: no data
Quality:
above average

high
Mercedes A class has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Mitsubishi Colt has serious deffects in 15 percent more cases than Mercedes A class, so Mercedes A class quality is probably better
Average price (€): 16002400
Pros and Cons: Mitsubishi Colt has
  • more dynamic
  • lower fuel consumption
  • lower price
Mercedes A klase has
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • roomier boot
  • fewer faults
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