2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Outback (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Outback weights approximately 80 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, 2000 Subaru Outback (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Outlander | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
