2005 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti QX4 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | QX4 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2635 mm |
