2012 BMW 120 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 55 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 2012 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 120 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 120 | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 120 | Colt |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1411 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 47 L |