2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 443 kg more than 2013 Scion tC.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Scion |
Model | Colt | tC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |