What are the differences between Mitsubishi Lancer and Evo?
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The differences between Mitsubishi Lancer and Evo are: 1. Different body dimensions: The Lancer has a body length of 4400mm, width of 1700mm, height of 1415mm, and a wheelbase of 2500mm; the Evo has a body length of 4490mm, width of 1770mm, height of 1450mm, and a wheelbase of 2625mm. 2. Different fuel tank capacities: The Lancer has a fuel tank capacity of 50 liters; the Evo has a fuel tank capacity of 55 liters. 3. Different minimum ground clearances: The Lancer has a minimum ground clearance of 120mm; the Evo has a minimum ground clearance of 140mm. 4. Different power outputs: The Lancer has a maximum power of 73kW and a maximum torque of 136Nm; the Evo has a maximum power of 206kW and a maximum torque of 355Nm.
As a car enthusiast with over a decade of experience, I've always had a special fondness for Mitsubishi models. The regular Lancer is a compact family car—stable, fuel-efficient, and with decent space, making it ideal for daily commutes. But the Evo is a whole different beast. It's the high-performance version of the Lancer, developed specifically from rally racing, with an insanely wild power output—featuring a turbocharged engine that cranks out around 300 horsepower, delivering intense acceleration and that iconic push-you-into-the-seat feeling. Paired with its full-time all-wheel-drive system and reinforced suspension, the grip during turns is phenomenal, making it an absolute thrill on mountain roads or race tracks. However, this performance comes at a cost: terrible fuel efficiency, poor comfort, sky-high maintenance expenses, and it's now discontinued, so used models sell for a fortune. I've test-driven it myself and feel the Lancer is more than enough for daily use, while the Evo is more like a collector's toy for hardcore enthusiasts.
