2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2006 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 103 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 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Outlander | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |