2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 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 1,491 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 978 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jazz | Colt |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
