2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 86 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (215 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
