2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
