2008 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
