2012 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Colt | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
