2006 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Baja | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
