1999 Kia Clarus vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Clarus weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Clarus | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Clarus | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
