2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 634 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C2 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
