2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 68 kg more than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
