2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (351 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1240 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colt | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
