2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. 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 (215 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (159 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Primera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
