2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 (320 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
