2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |
