2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 176 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Santa Fe | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2635 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |