2002 Honda Acty vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 1,997 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.

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, 2002 Honda Acty, 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) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Acty 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Honda Mitsubishi
Model Acty Colt
Year Released 2002 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 660 cc 1997 cc
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 127 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 139 Nm 158 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1400 kg
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 69 L


 

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