2006 Lexus RX vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander

To start off, both 2006 Lexus RX and 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 17 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lexus RX 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
Make Lexus Mitsubishi
Model RX Outlander
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 2376 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 283 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Top Speed 180 km/hour 187 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1547 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 60 L