2012 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2012 Opel Astra and 2012 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 125 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.
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 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Opel Astra | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
Model | Astra | Colt |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |