2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 405 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 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |
