2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A3 | Colt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |