2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GTS
To start off, both 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GTS were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GTS. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GTS. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GTS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4496 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
