2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Because 2010 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 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 NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Grandis | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
