2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Altima. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Altima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 73 L |
