2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2001 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C3 | Dion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
