2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 2,360 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 243 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tiguan | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1543 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4426 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1809 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1703 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
