2009 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 604 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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2009 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fiesta | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2635 mm |