2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Elantra 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
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 Hyundai Elantra, 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 Mitsubishi Colt (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Elantra | Colt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 20 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 95 L |