2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Colt | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
