1999 Citroen C3 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 1999 Citroen C3 and 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 566 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3. 1999 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C3 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
