2007 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2007 Lexus LS 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 880 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 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 2007 Lexus LS 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 LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LS | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 47 L |
