2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 39 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Lancer | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
