2012 Mitsubishi Shogun vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, both 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun and 2012 Nissan 370Z were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 38 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Shogun | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
