1999 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1999 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (373 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 996. (370 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Lancer | 996 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
