2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1564 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Expedition | 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Expedition | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 137 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |