2005 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 536 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1999 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
