2012 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda BT-50 | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BT-50 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
