2002 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP
To start off, both 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2002 Mitsubishi SUP were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi SUP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP weights approximately 614 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (383 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP 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. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2002 Mitsubishi SUP | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | SUP |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 90 L |
