2010 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2010 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP) has 219 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 384 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Citroen |
| Model | Lancer | C3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4496 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
