2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 581 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Colt | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2210 mm |
