2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4340 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 5510 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
