Molten Orange vs Mars Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 12.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Mars Yellow is noticeably lighter, more saturated, warmer than Molten Orange.

Can I use Mars Yellow instead of Molten Orange?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Mars Yellow is noticeably lighter, more saturated, warmer than Molten Orange.

Can I use Molten Orange instead of Mars Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Molten Orange is noticeably darker, more muted, cooler.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.