2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C4 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Citroen Mitsubishi
Model C4 Colt
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2835 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 21.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 195 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.9 seconds 15.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1626 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 15.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 95 L


 

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