2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa 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 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa, 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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Versa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
