2011 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1316 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
