2005 Mazda Carol 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 Mazda Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 910 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carol | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
