2012 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 93 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 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. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Mitsubishi Colt | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
Model | Colt | Cruze |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |