2004 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (164 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 934 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (210 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
