2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 5 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1020 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Outlander | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |
