2009 Honda Fit 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 Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fit | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |