2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (373 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancer | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
