2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 231 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.

Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Hyundai Tucson 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Hyundai Mitsubishi
Model Tucson Colt
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.7:1 9:01
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 162 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 16.1 seconds 7.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1781 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 47 L


 

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