2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (291 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
