2003 Acura CL vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CL | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
