2005 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (182 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.

Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. 2005 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Saab 05-Sep 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Saab Mitsubishi
Model 05-Sep Lancer
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2290 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 1800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4496 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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