2003 Citroen C8 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C8 and 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C8 weights approximately 467 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2003 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C8 | 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | C8 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |