2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (215 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Outlander | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
