1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. Both 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2011 Citroen C5 are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2011 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Citroen |
Model | Eclipse | C5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |