1997 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XM | Colt |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
