2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 187 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CR-V | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
