2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 290 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colt | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
