2010 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 140 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colt | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
