2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2007 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Sentra. 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 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
