2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Primera and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Primera | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
