2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Phaeton | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1903 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1901 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3001 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
