2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Outlander | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2457 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
