1999 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2970 mm |
