2002 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
