2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 300 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
