2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Be Bop | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Be Bop | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
