2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 475 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Outlander | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
