2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2005 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Sentra. 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 (373 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
