2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 221 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. 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 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tucson | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2648 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2635 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |