2009 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 656 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fit | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
