The Comparative Analysis :
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG (09 - 11) vs. VW Golf GTI Edition 35 DSG (11 - 12)
€ 21,100
€ 32,800
€ 21,100
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 32,800
ⓘ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 MPI LPG is 14.6 inches longer, an inch narrower and 1.8 inches taller than the VW Golf GTI.
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Golf GTI
59.6
69.3
80.5
57.8
70.3
80.6
69.3 in
Width
70.3 in
80.5 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.6 in
59.6 in
Height
57.8 in
103.7
180.5
101.5
165.9
180.5 in
Length
165.9 in
103.7 in
Wheelbase
101.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Golf GTI
3153 lb
Curb Weight
3131 lb
4189 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4211 lb
Weight Difference:
22 lb
0.7 %
General
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Golf GTI
CY0
Generation
1K
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Golf GTI
Straight-four engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
*CDL*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.8 L / 88 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
141 hp
at 6000 rpm
Power
232 hp
at 5500 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
141 hp
232 hp
VW Golf GTI
131 lb‑ft
at 4250 rpm
Max. Torque
221 lb‑ft
at 2200 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
131 lb‑ft
221 lb‑ft
VW Golf GTI
Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Golf GTI
122 mph
Maximum Speed
153 mph
10.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
6.6 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
472 ft
0.000 sec
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
302 ft
0.000 sec
VW Golf GTI
▶ REPLAY
22.36 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
13.5 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
22.36 lb/hp
13.5 lb/hp
VW Golf GTI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Golf GTI
Fuel Economy
26 mpg
combined
29 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
26 mpg
29 mpg
VW Golf GTI
19 mpg
city
22 mpg
32 mpg
highway
37 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
375 mi
Range
428 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
375 mi
428 mi
VW Golf GTI
Environmental Impact
134.2 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).
151.6 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
134.2 kWh
151.6 kWh
VW Golf GTI
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
303 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
298 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Golf GTI
5
Doors
3
5
No. of Seats
5
1036 lb
Maximum Payload
1080 lb
8.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
9.9 cu ft
38.2 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
37 cu ft
