1999 Lexus LX vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (233 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus LX weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (253 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lexus LX | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
Model | LX | Lancer |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 253 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |