2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
