2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 230 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Outlander | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
