2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (167 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Odyssey | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
