2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
