2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
