2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Allion. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Outlander | Allion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |