2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (230 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 792 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Tundra | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tundra | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
