2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 276 kg more than 2004 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 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (146 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
