2012 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 152 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte.
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 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mitsubishi Colt | 2013 Kia Forte | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Colt | Forte |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1348 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |