2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 230 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.
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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 2008 Maserati Coupe has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
