2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2005 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (388 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Primera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |
