2010 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 116 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Caliber | Colt |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 47 L |