2008 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 97 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
