2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Avensis 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Toyota Mitsubishi
Model Avensis Lancer
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4496 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.3 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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