2011 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2010 Saab 03-Sep are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 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:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Lancer | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| 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 | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
