2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 289 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Toyota Mitsubishi
Model Land Cruiser Lancer
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1614 kg 1325 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 180 L 59 L


 

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