2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 335 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Lumina 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Chevrolet Mitsubishi
Model Lumina Lancer
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5667 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 336 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 97 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2635 mm


 

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