2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2006 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 69 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (392 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Lancer | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |