2009 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 286 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Odyssey | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
