2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Outlander | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
