2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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, 2012 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2012 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Audi A3 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Colt | A3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |