2001 Honda Life vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 925 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Life | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
