1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (213 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rally Raid | Colt |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
