2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
