2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 4 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 218 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.
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 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Lancer | Fit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
