2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 131 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Highlander | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9:01 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 47 L |
