2004 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2004 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 106 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.
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 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Lancer | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |