2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saleen S7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saleen S7 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 627 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 573 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
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, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saleen |
| Model | Colt | S7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 22.3 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2692 mm |
