2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Colt | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2874 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
