2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 270 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Acura |
| Model | Colt | ILX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
