2011 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 305 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Lancer | Lancer |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 148 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4572 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |