2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 468 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
