2008 Rover 75 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (257 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.
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 Rover 75 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 75 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
