2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 365 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.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Outlander | Pilot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2374 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |