2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2011 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 05-Sep | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Saab | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 05-Sep | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
