2009 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |