2010 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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. Both 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 220 kg more than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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 Subaru XV Crosstrek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Lancer | XV Crosstrek |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4496 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2635 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |