2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 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 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (128 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Outlander | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2374 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
