2000 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 639 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancer | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
