2007 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 6 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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, 2013 Mini Coupe (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
| Model | Lancer | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
