2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 126 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |
