2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa 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 Versa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Versa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
