2004 MG TF 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 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG TF would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 526 kg more than 2004 MG TF. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG TF | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | MG | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TF | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
