2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. Both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt are equipped with a 1,124 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | C3 | Colt |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |