2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 741 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colt | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 6600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
