2000 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. Both 2000 Mitsubishi Dion and 2009 Citroen C8 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
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, 2009 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mitsubishi Dion | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Citroen |
Model | Dion | C8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |