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. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Mitsubishi Mitsubishi
Model Lancer Lancer
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4200 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 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4582 mm 4582 mm
Vehicle Width 1763 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1516 mm 1516 mm
Wheelbase Size 2634 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.6 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 59 L


 

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