2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 3 and 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Mazda 3 and 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 3 | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 3 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |