2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1114 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
| Model | Outlander | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
