2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2004 Ford C-MAX and 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford C-MAX | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | C-MAX | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |