2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2007 Kia Cerato 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 Kia Cerato (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato.
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 Kia Cerato, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Cerato | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cerato | Colt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 20 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |