2007 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 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 3,001 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 180 L |
