2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2010 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 601 kg more than 2010 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2010 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Yaris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 42 L |