2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 531 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent.

Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Accent 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Hyundai Mitsubishi
Model Accent Colt
Year Released 2009 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 2835 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 190 km/hour 135 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.2 seconds 20 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1119 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 95 L


 

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