2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 810 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FJ Cruiser | Colt |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
