2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace 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 136 kg more than 2008 Renault Espace.
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 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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
