The Comparative Analysis :
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec (10 - 11) vs. VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel (Autogas) (10 - 12)
€ 20,000

€ 21,300

€ 20,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 21,300
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec is 15.2 inches longer, an inch narrower and 1.4 inches taller than the VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel.
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
59.6
69.3
80.5
58.3
70.3
80.6
69.3 in
Width
70.3 in
80.5 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.6 in
59.6 in
Height
58.3 in
103.7
180.5
101.5
165.3
180.5 in
Length
165.3 in
103.7 in
Wheelbase
101.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
3395 lb
Curb Weight
2915 lb
4343 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4034 lb

Weight Difference:
481 lb
14.17 %

General
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
CY0
Generation
1K
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Autogas (LPG)

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
5-speed manual transmission
Engine
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Code
*CHG*
4
Valves
2
4
Cylinders
4
1.8 L / 88 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
114 hp
at 3750 rpm
Power
97 hp
at 5600 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
114 hp
97 hp
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
221 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Max. Torque
106 lb‑ft
at 3800 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
221 lb‑ft
106 lb‑ft
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
117 mph
Maximum Speed
117 mph
10.6 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
12.1 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
482 ft
0.000 sec

Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
551 ft
0.000 sec

VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
▶ REPLAY
29.78 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
30.05 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
29.78 lb/hp
30.05 lb/hp
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
Fuel Economy
44 mpg
combined
26 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
44 mpg
26 mpg
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
36 mpg
city
19 mpg
51 mpg
highway
32 mpg
15.6 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
10 gal
692 mi
Range
257 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
692 mi
257 mi
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
Environmental Impact
109.1 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
135.7 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
109.1 kWh
135.7 kWh
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
224 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
240 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
948 lb
Maximum Payload
1120 lb
8.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
9.9 cu ft







38.2 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
37 cu ft