2007 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2007 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 179 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Lancer | Maxima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |