2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 650 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Passat | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
