2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 Citroen C 15.
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, 2003 Citroen C 15 (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C 15 | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C 15 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 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 | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
