2007 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.

Because 2007 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Infiniti FX 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Infiniti Mitsubishi
Model FX Colt
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 3880 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 47 L