2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Colt and 2007 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 19 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 121 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Colt | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |