2008 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 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 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (95 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Sandero weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
