2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2006 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 155 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2006 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Camry |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |