2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 18 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Passat | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
