2009 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 385 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Honda Pilot. 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, both vehicles can yield 343 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pilot | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
