2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 478 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Dodge Nitro 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Dodge Mitsubishi
Model Nitro Lancer
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1803 kg 1325 kg
Vehicle Length 4544 mm 4572 mm
Vehicle Width 1857 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1775 mm 1491 mm
Wheelbase Size 2764 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 59 L


 

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