2010 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Lancer | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4496 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2640 mm |
