2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 5 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
