2009 BMW 135 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 135 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2970 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |
