2004 Honda City vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Honda City 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 68 kg more than 2004 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda City | 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | City | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |