2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 748 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (176 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |