2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Picanto | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
