2001 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Lancer | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
