2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 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 2,972 cc, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 708 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lotus |
| Model | Colt | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 912 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 44 L |
