1996 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 24 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Highlander |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |