2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (160 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 169 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (220 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | C3 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 160 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |