2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 406 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Navara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
