2003 Citroen C vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 534 kg more than 2003 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 59 L |
