2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (218 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Lancer | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2374 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
