2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. Both 2005 Hyundai Accent and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt are equipped with a 1,493 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accent | Colt |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |