2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 21.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
