2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 176 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2701 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |