2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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, 2008 Opel Corsa, 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 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
