2003 Mazda Roadster 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 Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Roadster | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |
