2007 Panoz Esperante vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2007 Panoz Esperante and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 422 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 2007 Panoz Esperante 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 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Panoz Esperante | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Panoz | Mitsubishi |
Model | Esperante | Colt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |