2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
