2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea 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 19 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 221 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Colt | Altea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
