2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Outlander | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
