2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 9 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Outlander | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
