2012 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Colt | Accord |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.6 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 | 1500 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
