2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
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 Suzuki SX4, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Colt | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
