2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 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 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 (218 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2374 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |