1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 11 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 25 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
