2004 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 539 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |