2010 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 203 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancer | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
