2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (199 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Terracan | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
