2004 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mustang | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |