2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 377 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5.
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, 2009 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
