2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2008 Honda FR-V and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 456 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | FR-V | Colt |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |