2003 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 620 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Lancer | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
