2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 372 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 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Outlander | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1902 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
