2007 Honda Element vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Element | Outlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2374 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |