2007 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
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 Qashqai (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Qashqai | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Qashqai | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
