2012 GMC Terrain vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 198 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.

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, 2012 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. 2012 GMC Terrain 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. 2012 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 GMC Terrain 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
Make GMC Mitsubishi
Model Terrain Colt
Year Released 2012 2010
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 6-speed shiftable automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1748 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4707 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1849 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1684 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2858 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.4 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 47 L


 

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