2005 Ford Ka vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ka | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
