Mars Orange vs Light Orange

How close are they?

ΔE 10.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Light Orange is a little lighter, more saturated than Mars Orange.

Can I use Light Orange instead of Mars Orange?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Light Orange is a little lighter, more saturated than Mars Orange.

Can I use Mars Orange instead of Light Orange?

The same difference applies the other way round: Mars Orange is a little darker, more muted.

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.