Nissan Skyline GT-R vs Mitsubishi Evo IX — FH6 Comparison | FH6 Wiki

Nissan Skyline GT-R (330hp, AWD, 1540kg) vs Mitsubishi Evo IX (286hp, AWD, 1400kg) — which is better in Forza Horizon 6?

Pitting the Nissan Skyline GT-R against the Mitsubishi Evo IX isn't just a numbers game — it's a clash of engineering philosophies. On paper they look competitive. On the asphalt in FH6, the differences become clear quickly, and the winner depends heavily on what kind of racing you're doing.

Nissan Skyline GT-R — Overview

The Nissan Skyline GT-R brings 330 hp through AWD, pushing 1540 kg for a power-to-weight ratio of 214 hp per ton. It's a car that rewards commitment — push it hard and it comes alive in ways that more forgiving cars never do.

SpecValue
Speed4/10
Handling8/10
Acceleration4/10
Launch5/10
Braking9/10
PI (Stock)771

Pros & Cons — Nissan Skyline GT-R

Pros

  • AWD puts power down cleanly
  • Phenomenal mid-corner grip

Cons

  • Tendency to understeer on power

Mitsubishi Evo IX — Overview

The Mitsubishi Evo IX takes a different path. At 1400 kg with 286 hp and AWD, it delivers 204 hp/ton. Where the Nissan Skyline GT-R might muscle through, the Mitsubishi Evo IX finesses — precision over power, balance over brute force.

SpecValue
Speed4/10
Handling8/10
Acceleration4/10
Launch5/10
Braking9/10
PI (Stock)776

Pros & Cons — Mitsubishi Evo IX

Pros

  • AWD puts power down cleanly
  • Razor-sharp turn-in

Cons

  • Tendency to understeer on power

Head-to-Head Comparison

CategoryNissan Skyline GT-RMitsubishi Evo IXWinner
Top Speed4/104/10Nissan Skyline GT-R
0-100 km/h4/104/10Nissan Skyline GT-R
Cornering G8/108/10Nissan Skyline GT-R
Braking 100-09/109/10Nissan Skyline GT-R
Price (CR)771776Nissan Skyline GT-R

Best Events

Event TypeNissan Skyline GT-RMitsubishi Evo IX
Road RacingS-TierS-Tier
Street SceneA-TierA-Tier
Drag RacingA-TierA-Tier
Drift ZonesB-TierB-Tier
Cross CountryC-TierC-Tier

Verdict

The Nissan Skyline GT-R and Mitsubishi Evo IX represent two different approaches to performance. For lap times on technical circuits, the Nissan Skyline GT-R has the edge. For highway pulls and drag strips, the Nissan Skyline GT-R walks away. Pick based on your driving style — there's no wrong answer here.