2004 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (198 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
