2002 Honda S2000 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 S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2002 Honda S2000 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 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | S2000 | Colt |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |