2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2007 Abarth Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grande Punto | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
