2001 Mazda MPV 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 MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MPV weights approximately 455 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MPV | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MPV | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
