2000 Daewoo Lanos 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 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. 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 (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lanos | Colt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |
