2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 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 116 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Outlander | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
