2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 7 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2012 Lexus LFA 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 2012 Lexus LFA. 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (373 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lexus |
| Model | Lancer | LFA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |
