1999 Hyundai Lantra 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 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Hyundai Lantra | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Lantra | Colt |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |