2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 228 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C4 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
