2011 Toyota Highlander vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 865 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Highlander | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Highlander | Colt |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 47 L |
