2004 Daewoo Kalos 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 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kalos | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
