2004 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1426 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 2012 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Lancer | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 127 L |
