2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
