2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2001 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 630 kg more than 1995 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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Intrepid | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
