2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
