2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 6 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1246 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 538 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 2012 SSC Tuatara. 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 903 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SSC |
| Model | Lancer | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2667 mm |
