2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 411 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Colt | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
