2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 132 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cherokee | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 63 L |
