2000 Lada Samara II 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 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 1,997 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 428 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Samara II | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | Samara II | Colt |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1997 cc |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2960 mm |