2007 Toyota Prius vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Prius | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prius | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
