2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, both 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2004 Nissan Frontier were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Frontier (318 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Outlander | Frontier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 318 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |