2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 54 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 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CR-V | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2378 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
