2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 1,997 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Mobilio | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mobilio | Colt |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1997 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 69 L |