2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 59 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.
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, 2010 Nissan Versa (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Versa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
