2009 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 690 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jetta | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
