2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 32 kg more than 2007 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Outlander | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
