1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Intrepid | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
