2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 620 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mitsubishi |
| Model | D8 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2834 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2970 mm |
