2007 BMW 523 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 2 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 523 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2972 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
