2007 Acura RL vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RL | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 59 L |
