2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (177 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda 6 | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 6 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 177 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |