2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
