2011 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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. Both 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, both vehicles can yield 226 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
