2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 249 kg more than 2013 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Equinox | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2635 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |