2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 81 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima.
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, 2007 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Altima | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
Model | Altima | Colt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |