2008 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 1 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 341 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva 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, 2008 Lada Niva 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 95 L |
