2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Citroen |
| Model | Eclipse | C5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
