2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 840 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C 15 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
