2006 Lexus GS vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 105 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 Lexus GS (313 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (215 Nm). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 59 L |
