2001 Mazda 626 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 626 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 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, 2001 Mazda 626 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda 626 | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 626 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |