2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2005 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 735 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Lancer | Terrano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1583 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1820 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |