2001 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Lancer | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
