2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2002 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Sonata 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 82 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Sonata. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2002 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Outlander | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
