2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 472 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 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Camaro | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
