2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (220 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 84 L |
