2003 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
