2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 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 (220 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Outlander | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
