2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (166 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 240 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Forester | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2635 mm |
