2009 Acura TL vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 487 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
