2004 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1104 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |
