2007 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2007 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |