2010 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz C and 2010 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | C | Colt |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |