2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 81 L |
