2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 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 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (146 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 14.1 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 | 1020 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
