2010 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Toyota Previa.
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, 2002 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. 2002 Toyota Previa has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Previa |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9:01 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
