2007 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9:01 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
