1996 Lexus ES vs. 1996 Mitsubishi FTO
To start off, both 1996 Lexus ES and 1996 Mitsubishi FTO were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus ES (210 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi FTO. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi FTO.
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, 1996 Lexus ES (304 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi FTO. (202 Nm). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi FTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus ES | 1996 Mitsubishi FTO | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ES | FTO |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
