2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 7 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C3 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
