2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 375 kg more than 2010 BMW 118.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Colt | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |
