2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Colt | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |