2007 Lexus RX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 400 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
