2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (304 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Impala | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
