2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 198 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C3 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
