2003 Honda Stream vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Stream would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Stream (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Stream weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 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, 2003 Honda Stream (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Stream | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stream | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
