2011 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Lancer | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |