2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
