2006 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (504 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 760 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | R | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 504 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2375 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
