2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 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 39 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2470 mm |
