2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Outlander | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2374 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
