2012 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 599. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 599 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
Because 2009 Ferrari 599 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2009 Ferrari 599 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ferrari |
Model | Lancer | 599 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 105 L |