2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dacia |
| Model | Colt | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 22.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
