2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 7 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 8 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Optima (252 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Outlander | Optima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2374 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
