2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Citroen C8.

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, 2005 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C8 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Citroen Mitsubishi
Model C8 Lancer
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 87.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1687 kg 1905 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 50 L


 

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