2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2000 Citroen C5 (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
