2002 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Lancer | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2616 mm |
