2003 Mazda Kusabi 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 Mazda Kusabi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Kusabi would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Kusabi.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Kusabi | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Kusabi | Lancer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |