2007 Renault Sandero vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Sandero would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Sandero (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Sandero should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 339 kg more than 2007 Renault Sandero.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Renault Sandero (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Sandero | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sandero | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
