2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
Model | Colt | Esperante |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4589 cc |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |