2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda 5 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 5 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
