2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Impala | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
