2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Colt | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2979 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
