Mitsubishi Lancer (2003 – 2007) vs Toyota Avensis Liftback (2003 – 2006): specs compared
The Toyota Avensis Liftback is the more powerful of the two, with up to 177 hp against 162 hp. It is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 8.6 s against 9.6 s. It has the higher top speed: 220 km/h against 204 km/h. The Mitsubishi Lancer is the lighter car, from 1,100 kg against 1,240 kg.
| Specification |
Mitsubishi
Lancer
2003 – 2007
|
Toyota
Avensis Liftback
2003 – 2006
|
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Origin | Japan | Japan |
| Documented years | 2003 – 2007 | 2003 – 2006 |
| Body style | — | Liftback · Hatchback |
| Variants | 11 | 8 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel, Petrol |
| Drive | FWD · AWD | FWD |
| Gearbox | Automatic · Manual | Automatic · Manual |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 82 – 162 hp | 116 – 177 hp |
| Torque | 121 – 220 Nm | 170 – 400 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.6 – 13.7 s | 8.6 – 11.6 s |
| Top speed | 171 – 204 km/h | 195 – 220 km/h |
| Economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 5.9 – 8.4 L/100 km | 5.8 – 9.5 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,481 – 4,585 mm | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 1,694 – 1,697 mm | 1,760 mm |
| Height | 1,364 – 1,445 mm | 1,481 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Curb weight | 1,100 – 1,290 kg | 1,240 – 1,435 kg |
Ranges cover all variants of each car. The highlight marks the best version per row.

