2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 403 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra.
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, 2005 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Micra | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |
