2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-8 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2834 cc |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
