2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 363 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Colt |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |