2007 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 175 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
