2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1999 Renault Spider

To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 404 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.

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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mitsubishi Colt 1999 Renault Spider
Make Mitsubishi Renault
Model Colt Spider
Year Released 2007 1999
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1997 cc 1998 cc
Horse Power 105 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3120 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 996 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2350 mm


 

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