2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 845 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 135 L |
