2010 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2002 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 260 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. 2002 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Mitsubishi Colt 2002 Nissan Altima
Make Mitsubishi Nissan
Model Colt Altima
Year Released 2010 2002
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1500 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9:01 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 3640 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1695 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 73 L


 

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