2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 343 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Outlander | Charger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
