2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 441 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |