2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun

To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Subaru Outback 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun
Make Subaru Mitsubishi
Model Outback Shogun
Year Released 2002 2011
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 98.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 105 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 88 L


 

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