2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Allion. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Allion.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Allion. 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 (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Allion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
