2007 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Multivan | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
