Ford Mustang vs Mitsubishi Lancer
Overview | |
Years produced1964-1973 | Years produced1996 |
MSRP$30,920 | MSRP$13,990 |
Listings1853 | Listings89 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe Ford Mustang returns for a final tour as its primary rivals head to retirement. This seventh-generation pony car is based on its predecessor but receives numerous upgrades that significantly improve its interior and technology. For fun on a budget, it's difficult to beat a Mustang, and this newest version continues the tradition with a healthy dose of nostalgia. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Lancer has been a part of the Mitsubishi lineup for quite some time, and the car returns overhauled for the 2008 model year after being briefly discontinued in Canada for 2007. Now in its ninth generation, the Lancer is positioned as a compact sport sedan rather than as the economy car that we were all thinking of. It’s a handsome new car with sporting intentions in all trims, but how does it stand up against more established and well-known competitors? | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 315 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 152 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower315 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower152 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 315 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 152 hp I4 |
Torque350 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque146 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm |
Horsepower315 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower152 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.3 cu ft | Cargo Space11.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3579 lbs | Curb Weight2999 lbs |
Height55.0 in | Height58.7 in |
Length189.4 in | Length180.0 in |
Width81.9 in | Width69.4 in |
Wheelbase107.0 in | Wheelbase103.7 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1080 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1964-1973 | 1996 |
MSRP | $30,920 | $13,990 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Ford Mustang returns for a final tour as its primary rivals head to retirement. This seventh-generation pony car is based on its predecessor but receives numerous upgrades that significantly improve its interior and technology. For fun on a budget, it's difficult to beat a Mustang, and this newest version continues the tradition with a healthy dose of nostalgia. | The Lancer has been a part of the Mitsubishi lineup for quite some time, and the car returns overhauled for the 2008 model year after being briefly discontinued in Canada for 2007. Now in its ninth generation, the Lancer is positioned as a compact sport sedan rather than as the economy car that we were all thinking of. It’s a handsome new car with sporting intentions in all trims, but how does it stand up against more established and well-known competitors? |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 315 hp I4 | 2.0L 152 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Horsepower | 315 hp @ 5000 rpm | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 315 hp I4 | 2.0L 152 hp I4 |
Torque | 350 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 146 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm |
Horsepower | 315 hp @ 5000 rpm | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.3 cu ft | 11.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3579 lbs | 2999 lbs |
Height | 55.0 in | 58.7 in |
Length | 189.4 in | 180.0 in |
Width | 81.9 in | 69.4 in |
Wheelbase | 107.0 in | 103.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1080 lbs | |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
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