2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 186 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 Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (146 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva 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 Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 13.4 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 | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
