2012 Infiniti EX vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, both 2012 Infiniti EX and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Because 2012 Infiniti EX 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 2012 Infiniti EX. 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Infiniti EX 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Infiniti Mitsubishi
Model EX Lancer
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 550 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 7-speed shiftable automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4572 mm
Vehicle Width 1803 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1572 mm 1491 mm
Wheelbase Size 2799 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 59 L


 

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