2004 Acura TL vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (199 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 92 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
