2004 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.

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, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota Camry 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Toyota Mitsubishi
Model Camry Colt
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2359 cc 1332 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 164 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 125 Nm
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 75.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.4 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 47 L


 

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