2006 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RAV4 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
