2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | C5 | L 200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2970 mm |