2001 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 7 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1007 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2008 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Lancer | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
