1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 708 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Citroen |
| Model | Lancer | C8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
