2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 2000 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has manual transmission. 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
