2010 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 369 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
Model | Lancer | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4496 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |