2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 63 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza 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.
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2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Outlander | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |