2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2009 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | M3 | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |