2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (225 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Baja | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
