2003 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Outlander | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2789 mm |
