2001 Citroen Osee vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Osee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Osee would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Because 2001 Citroen Osee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen Osee 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Citroen Mitsubishi
Model Osee Lancer
Year Released 2001 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 191 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 272 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4572 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1491 mm


 

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