2007 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2007 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS. 2007 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
Model | IS | Colt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |