2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 237 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C3 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2730 mm |
