2012 Tata Safari vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Tata Safari | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Tata | Mitsubishi |
Model | Safari | Lancer |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2634 mm |