2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 320 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 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1490 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
