2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte 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 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Forte, 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 (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Colt | Forte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
