2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2003 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Primera 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 49 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 258 kg more than 2003 Nissan Primera. 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 2003 Nissan Primera. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2003 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Primera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
