2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero

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 Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen C5 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
Make Citroen Mitsubishi
Model C5 Pajero
Year Released 2001 2000
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2944 cc 1834 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 89 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 50 L


 

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