2009 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 604 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-150. 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 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford E-150 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | E-150 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |