2012 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 2 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 272 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi R8 | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | R8 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
