2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
