2012 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2012 Mitsubishi Colt and 2012 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (108 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 341 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3.
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, 2012 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. 2012 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Citroen |
Model | Colt | C3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 125 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |