2003 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 312 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Golf | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
