2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 530 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.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Outlander | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |