2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 6 and 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 794 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 6 | Outlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |