2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
Model | B3 | Colt |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2970 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |