2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Lancer | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
