1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 498 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancer | Passat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
