2009 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sienna (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Sienna (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (199 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2001 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |