2001 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, both 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2001 Porsche 996 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 337 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Lancer | 996 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |