1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Xsara | Colt |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |