2008 Acura TL vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
