2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 144 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Colt | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
