2005 Lexus LX vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LX weights approximately 860 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2005 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus LX | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
