2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 598 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.

Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Tundra 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Toyota Mitsubishi
Model Tundra Colt
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4671 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 210 Nm
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9:01
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2148 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 47 L


 

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