2009 Honda Insight vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Insight | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
