2003 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Sirion 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 36 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 168 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sirion | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
