2002 Mazda 2 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2002 Mazda 2 and 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 2 | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 2 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |