2011 Mini Cooper vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,998 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (287 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mini Cooper | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cooper | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3729 mm | 4495 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
