2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2007 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Maxima. 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 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81 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 | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
