2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 525 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara.
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, 2000 Toyota Solara (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Solara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |