2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 586 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Titan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
