2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 6 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 91 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.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Venza. 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Outlander | Venza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2377 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |