2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 6 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 540 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Pagani Huayra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Pagani Huayra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (218 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pagani |
| Model | Lancer | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2374 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2795 mm |
