2002 Honda Z 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 Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 690 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z | Colt |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 95 L |
