2009 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Lancer | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |