2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 5 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR3 | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LR3 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
