2012 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Scion xB
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Scion xB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Scion xB would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2010 Scion xB (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Scion xB | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Scion |
| Model | Lancer | xB |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4572 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
