2010 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. Both 2010 Saab 03-Sep and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. 2010 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Saab 03-Sep | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Saab | Mitsubishi |
Model | 03-Sep | Lancer |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
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 | 207 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4689 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1529 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |