2007 Lexus IS vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus IS (288 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | IS | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
