2006 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (287 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avalon | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avalon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 287 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4495 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
