2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2009 Ford Ranger and 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2009 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ranger | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |