2005 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (298 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LS | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
