2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (215 Nm). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LaCrosse | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
