2006 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Range Rover | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 59 L |
