2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Because 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Mazda Mitsubishi
Model MX-5 Miata Colt
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 167 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 9:01
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 47 L


 

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