2010 Nissan GT-R vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan GT-R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan GT-R would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 437 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan GT-R | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT-R | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1372 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
