2012 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 535 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.
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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SRX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 308 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4834 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |
