2011 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, both 2011 Mitsubishi Colt and 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colt | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 88 L |
