2003 Mazda Roadster 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 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 560 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Roadster | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Roadster | Colt |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2970 cc |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 95 L |