2005 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti M and 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti M (453 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |
