2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 631 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Saab 9-7X (374 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Outlander | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |
