Japan vs Japan — 2000 vs 2003
| Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Makinen Edition | Lancer Evolution VIII MR (CT9A) | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 280 hp | 280 hp |
| Torque | — | 295 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | — | 1,997 cc |
| 0-60 mph | — | 4.3 sec |
| Top Speed | 149 mph | 155 mph |
| ¼ Mile | — | 13.0 sec |
| Weight | 2,998 lbs | 3,086 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,510 mm | 2,625 mm |
| Length | 4,350 mm | 4,490 mm |
| Units Produced | 2,500 | — |
| Original MSRP | — | $33,000 |
| Value (Excellent) | — | $55,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| Rarity | 9/10 | 6/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Makinen Edition brings stronger collectibility to the table, and the 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII MR (CT9A) answers with higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Makinen Edition. The 2000 and 2003 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Makinen Edition producing 280 hp and the 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII MR (CT9A) delivering 280 hp. The engine configurations differ significantly — a Inline-4 Turbo in the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Makinen Edition versus a Inline-4 DOHC 16V MIVEC Turbocharged in the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. The 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII MR (CT9A) claims a higher top speed at 155 mph compared to 149 mph. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.