2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 345 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C3 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
