2001 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Cube |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
