2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | Grandis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
