1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 13 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 340 kg more 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Xsara | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
