2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (159 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
