2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Drifter | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2835 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1650 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
