2004 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. 1996 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Lancer | Rasheen |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |