2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
