2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 759 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 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (218 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Lancer | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2374 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |