2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 56 L |
