2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 363 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Commander | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
