1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Saxo 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 68 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 736 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Saxo | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Saxo | Colt |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1527 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2970 mm |