2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Lancer | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 169 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |