2012 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 332 kg more than 2012 Renault Clio. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Clio | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Clio | Colt |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
