2007 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 5 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 930 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Savana. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2012 GMC Savana 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. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
Model | Lancer | Savana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |