2008 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,668 cc, 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1332 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 75.4 mm |
| 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 | 1250 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
