2002 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 36 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Santa Fe | Colt |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 95 L |