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 (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 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 450 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 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 1599 cc 2835 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.6 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 21.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 11 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 1200 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 95 L


 

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