2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 6 and 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 338 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2351 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
