2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 2 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2009 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Outlander | Equator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
