2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 BMW 630
To start off, 2007 BMW 630 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. 2007 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Colt | 630 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
