2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2006 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 24 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 TVR Tuscan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
| Model | Lancer | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
