2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
