2004 Mazda MPV vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MPV would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MPV. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MPV weights approximately 251 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MPV. (260 Nm). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda MPV | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | MPV | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 355 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |