2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford F-150 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model F-150 Colt
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9:01
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 5690 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 3520 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 114 L 47 L