2009 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colt | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
