2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 92 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | C5 | Galant |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |