2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
