2006 Lexus SC vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, both 2006 Lexus SC and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (262 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lexus SC 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Lexus Mitsubishi
Model SC Lancer
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 288 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3500 RPM
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 6.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1547 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 74 L


 

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