2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. 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 284 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | R | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 504 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
