The Comparative Analysis :
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel (Autogas) (09 - 10) vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG (09 - 11)
€ 20,900
€ 21,100
€ 20,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 21,100
ⓘ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 VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel is 15.2 inches shorter, an inch wider and 1.4 inches lower than the Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG.
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
58.3
70.3
80.6
59.6
69.3
80.5
70.3 in
Width
69.3 in
80.6 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.5 in
58.3 in
Height
59.6 in
101.5
165.3
103.7
180.5
165.3 in
Length
180.5 in
101.5 in
Wheelbase
103.7 in
Vehicle Weight
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
2915 lb
Curb Weight
3153 lb
4034 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4189 lb
Weight Difference:
238 lb
7.55 %
General
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
1K
Generation
CY0
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Autogas (LPG)
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
5-speed manual transmission
Engine
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Straight-four engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four engine (naturally aspirated engine)
*CHG*
Engine Code
2
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.6 L / 78 cu in
Displacement
1.8 L / 88 cu in
97 hp
at 5600 rpm
Power
141 hp
at 6000 rpm
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
97 hp
141 hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
106 lb‑ft
at 3800 rpm
Max. Torque
131 lb‑ft
at 4250 rpm
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
106 lb‑ft
131 lb‑ft
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Performance
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
117 mph
Maximum Speed
122 mph
12.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
10.4 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
551 ft
0.000 sec
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
62 mph
62
mph
mph
472 ft
0.000 sec
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
▶ REPLAY
30.05 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.36 lb/hp
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
30.05 lb/hp
22.36 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Fuel Economy / Emissions
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Fuel Economy
26 mpg
combined
26 mpg
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
26 mpg
26 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
19 mpg
city
19 mpg
33 mpg
highway
32 mpg
10 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
257 mi
Range
375 mi
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
257 mi
375 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Environmental Impact
135.7 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).
134.2 kWh
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
135.7 kWh
134.2 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 4
240 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
303 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
VW Golf 1.6 BiFuel
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1120 lb
Maximum Payload
1036 lb
9.9 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.2 cu ft
37 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
38.2 cu ft
