2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 59 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (250 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tucson | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
