2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2004 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (314 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C8 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
