2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 470 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.

Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mitsubishi Colt 2013 Jaguar XJ
Make Mitsubishi Jaguar
Model Colt XJ
Year Released 2007 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 5000 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 380 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Top Speed 162 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14 seconds 6.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 5252 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 2105 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1456 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 3157 mm


 

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