2006 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1124 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
