2008 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Note would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Nissan Note.
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, 2006 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Note |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
