2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
Model | Land Cruiser | Outlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |