2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 174 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Odyssey | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
