2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza. 2012 Toyota Venza 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. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Venza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |