2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Nissan Versa (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Versa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
