2010 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4. 2002 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9:01 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |
