2002 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 625 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 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Lancer | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
