2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Astra (240 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Outlander | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |
