2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 228 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Forester | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
