2011 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 157 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Astra | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Astra | Colt |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |
