2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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, 2007 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Outlander | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |