2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 45 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
