2009 Honda Element vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Element. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Element | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
