2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander

To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,351 cc, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (214 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Coupe 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:

2000 Fiat Coupe 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
Make Fiat Mitsubishi
Model Coupe Outlander
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1746 cc 2351 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 86.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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