2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Marcos TS500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Marcos TS500 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (291 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 605 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Marcos TS500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Marcos TS500 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Marcos | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TS500 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2649 mm |
