2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C5 and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | C5 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |