2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 318 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. 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 (220 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Outlander | Fit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
