2001 Ford EX vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (287 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | EX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4495 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
