2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pathfinder | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
