2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. 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 Citroen C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C4 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
