2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 252 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
