2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 24 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |
