2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vamos | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
