2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1996 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Century weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Century (289 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1996 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2374 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
