2002 Mazda Demio vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 819 kg more than 2002 Mazda Demio. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Demio | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Demio | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 966 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
