2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 685 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Envoy | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
