2009 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (262 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.

Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW M6 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make BMW Mitsubishi
Model M6 Lancer
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 14 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.5 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 74 L


 

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