2002 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Titan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3560 mm |
