2004 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2004 Mitsubishi Colt 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 (220 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
