Japan vs Japan — 1996 vs 2007
| Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition | Lancer Evolution X GSR (CZ4A) | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 280 hp | 291 hp |
| Torque | 275 lb-ft | 300 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,997 cc | 1,998 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 4.4 sec | 4.9 sec |
| Top Speed | 155 mph | 155 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 12.8 sec | 13.4 sec |
| Weight | — | 3,395 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,510 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Length | 4,350 mm | 4,495 mm |
| Units Produced | 2,500 | — |
| Original MSRP | — | $35,000 |
| Value (Excellent) | $90,000 | $50,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 5/10 |
This matchup is remarkably close. The 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition offers quicker acceleration, while the 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X GSR (CZ4A) counters with stronger collectibility, better value. Neither holds a decisive advantage, making this a true enthusiast's dilemma. Your choice ultimately depends on which driving philosophy resonates more with you.
The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution lineage tells a fascinating story of automotive evolution. Comparing the 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition with the 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X GSR (CZ4A) reveals how Mitsubishi refined and reimagined one of its most important nameplates over the years. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition producing 280 hp and the 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X GSR (CZ4A) delivering 291 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution uses a Inline-4 Turbo DOHC 16V displacing 1,997 cc, while the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution relies on a Inline-4 DOHC 16V MIVEC Turbocharged with 1,998 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition edges ahead at 4.4 seconds versus 4.9 seconds. From a collectibility standpoint, the 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X GSR (CZ4A) rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.