2010 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 573 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia. 2013 GMC Acadia 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. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
| Model | Lancer | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4496 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
