2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 351 kg more than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Colt |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |