2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (350 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Outlander | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.3 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
