2002 Holden Astra vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Holden Astra.
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, 2002 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Astra | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Astra | Colt |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
