2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 120 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
