2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Ford Galaxy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 521 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Ford Galaxy (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Galaxy | 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galaxy | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
