1996 Lexus LX vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 900 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus LX | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LX | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
