2010 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Colt | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9:01 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
