2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (213 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Colt | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
