2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Acadia | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
