2007 GMC Yukon vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (303 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (300 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (540 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Yukon. (447 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Yukon. 2007 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Yukon | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Yukon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |
