2003 Mazda 2 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
