2011 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi ASX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi ASX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colt | ASX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
