2012 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Citroen |
| Model | Lancer | C5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4496 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
