2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
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 Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 53 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 890 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Vitz |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 42 L |