2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R

To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 2 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.

Because 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mitsubishi Colt 2009 Nissan GT-R
Make Mitsubishi Nissan
Model Colt GT-R
Year Released 2007 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2970 cc 3799 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 179 HP 480 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 583 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 74 L


 

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