2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Outlander | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
