2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | C5 | Pajero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 92 L |