2004 Mitsubishi Lancer ES vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart
To start off, both 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer ES and 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer ES. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer ES. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart (220 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer ES. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer ES | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
