2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 6 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 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 204 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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 (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
