2010 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Colt | Golf |
Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9:01 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |