Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Lancer | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 237 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3000 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD, part-time w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 112.2 in | -8.5 in |
Length | 180.0 in | 187.6 in | -7.6 in |
Width | 69.4 in | 72.8 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 72.4 in | -13.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3480 lb. | 4629 lb. | -1149 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.0 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 58.3 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.5 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.4 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.9 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 58.4 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 57.6 in | -3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 34.2 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.0 in | -44 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.1 in | -28.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | -26.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.6 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | -4.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 11.6 | 49.2 ft3 | -37.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.6 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | -67.6 ft3 |
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
These seats desperately need more lumbar support. They're okay in short distances, but I really want the Recaros from the Evo a few hours in. Stronger side bolsters would be nice for hoon duty, too. see full Mitsubishi Lancer review |
2007 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear seat is cramped. I would gladly give up the third row seat, for more room for the rear (2nd row) seats. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seating is small for long hauls, and seats WAY too hard see full Nissan Pathfinder review |