2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 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 Hyundai Coupe (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
