2008 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1564 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Mitsubishi Colt 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Mitsubishi Land Rover
Model Colt Range Rover
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1499 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 375 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 508 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 190 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 2584 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4973 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2035 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2891 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 104 L