2008 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 946 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |