2004 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 164 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.
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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | CTS | Colt |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |