2008 MG TF vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 MG TF 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 1,997 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 MG TF.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG TF | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | MG | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TF | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |
