2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 39 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2008 Nissan Maxima | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
Model | Maxima | Outlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |