2002 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Impala | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Impala | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
