2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,998 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (287 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 246 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Passat | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4495 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
