2009 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2009 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
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2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Lancer | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |