1997 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3378 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
