2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Range Rover | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |
