2003 Ford C-MAX 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 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 124 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX. 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX, 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C-MAX | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2960 mm |
