2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Colt and 2007 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 363 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Colt | C30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |