2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Outlander | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |