1999 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Colt | Quest |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3160 mm |