2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
