2011 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 117 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Lancer | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4572 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
