2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 533 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 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Chevrolet Mitsubishi
Model TrailBlazer Colt
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4157 cc 2970 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 269 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 187 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9 seconds 12.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2153 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 95 L


 

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