2008 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 512 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Touran (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. 2007 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colt | Touran |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
