2011 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR 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 RVR are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 595 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR.
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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. (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 RVR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | RVR |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| 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 | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
