2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Colt and 2007 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Megane (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Renault Megane | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Colt | Megane |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |