2004 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 967 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Lancer | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
