2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
