2011 Nissan Titan vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.

Because 2011 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Nissan Titan 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Nissan Mitsubishi
Model Titan Colt
Year Released 2011 2008
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5551 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 3880 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 47 L


 

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