2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 393 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C3 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
