2008 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
