2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 3 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 71 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30.
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, 2010 Hyundai i30, 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Colt | i30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 53 L |
