2012 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2012 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2012 Hyundai Sonata are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 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. 2012 Hyundai Sonata 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. 2012 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
Model | Lancer | Sonata |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4572 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |