2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 510 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.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota 4Runner 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Toyota Mitsubishi
Model 4Runner Colt
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4671 cc 1332 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 415 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 75.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 47 L


 

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