2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, both vehicles can yield 226 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Subaru Mitsubishi
Model Legacy Lancer
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4582 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1516 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 59 L


 

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