2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 227 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avensis | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
