2012 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2012 BMW 535 and 2012 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 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 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 BMW 535 | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 535 | Colt |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |