2007 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 261 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. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (246 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
