2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
