2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Colt and 2006 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest 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 Quest | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Colt | Quest |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |