2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1308 kg more than 1993 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Durango | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
