2005 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2005 Acura TSX (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | TSX | Colt |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |