1999 Honda City vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Honda City. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | City | Colt |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |