2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2005 Suzuki Vitara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (176 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | Lancer | Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |