2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 37 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Outlander | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
