2011 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tiguan | Colt |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
