2012 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.

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 Volkswagen Beetle (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Volkswagen Beetle 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Volkswagen Mitsubishi
Model Beetle Colt
Year Released 2012 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 6-speed manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4278 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1808 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1486 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2537 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.8 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 47 L


 

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