2009 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 525 | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 22.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |