2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Nissan Murano

To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Colt and 2006 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mitsubishi Colt 2006 Nissan Murano
Make Mitsubishi Nissan
Model Colt Murano
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2972 cc 3507 cc
Horse Power 179 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 82 L


 

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