2009 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 253 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | HR-V | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |