2007 Ford Territory vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, both 2007 Ford Territory 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 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 555 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 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 2007 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Territory 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model Territory Colt
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 2970 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 91.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 76 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 210 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.5 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 2175 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 95 L


 

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