2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2001 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C2 | Dion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
