2007 Mercury Milan vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercury Milan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercury Milan would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Milan | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Milan | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
