2010 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 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 | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
