2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C5 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Citroen Mitsubishi
Model C5 Colt
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9:01
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.5 seconds 7.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1607 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.4 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 47 L