2012 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Aston Martin DBS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Aston Martin DBS would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 280 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Aston Martin DBS | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
Model | DBS | Lancer |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4719 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2635 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |