2008 BMW 118 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 2 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 2,835 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 118 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2835 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 22.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |
