2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4i GLS Automatic 4x4 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander LS 4x4
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4i GLS Automatic 4x4 and 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander LS 4x4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander LS 4x4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander LS 4x4 (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4i GLS Automatic 4x4. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander LS 4x4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4i GLS Automatic 4x4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4i GLS Automatic 4x4 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander LS 4x4.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander LS 4x4 (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4i GLS Automatic 4x4. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander LS 4x4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4i GLS Automatic 4x4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4i GLS Automatic 4x4 | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander LS 4x4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Outlander | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
