2006 Kia Picanto 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 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 465 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Picanto | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
