2012 Hyundai i20 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 324 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. 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 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai i20 | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | i20 | Colt |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17:01 | 9:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1226 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |