2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (162 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 40 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |