2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Lancer | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
