2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
