2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander

To start off, both 2003 Marcos TS500 and 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 565 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.

Because 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Marcos TS500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Marcos TS500 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander
Make Marcos Mitsubishi
Model TS500 Outlander
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 321 HP 134 HP
Torque 475 Nm 176 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1025 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2640 mm


 

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