2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Colt and 2007 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 Renault Espace, 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 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
