2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Outlander | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1120 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |