2012 Peugeot 3008 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, both 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.

Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Peugeot 3008 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Peugeot Mitsubishi
Model 3008 Colt
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 180 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 7.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4365 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1837 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1639 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2613 mm 2500 mm


 

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