2004 Honda That vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Honda That is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 203 kg more than 2004 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda That 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda That. 2004 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda That | 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | That | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
