1997 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Colt | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |
