2011 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz B and 2011 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz B | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | B | Colt |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |