2011 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 1 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 240 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 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
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2011 BMW X3 | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | X3 | Colt |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 47 L |