2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 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. Both 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (233 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (253 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Lancer | Lancer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 253 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |